Culinary Team Member - Full-time / Part-time

Are you interested in the culinary world? Do you enjoy cooking? If so come help us feed the Hershey Bears and our loyal fans. The Giant Center and The Hershey Entertainment Complex are hiring cooks at all skill levels. You can come to us with little to no experience and still thrive in your role. We have an opportunity for everyone. We are looking for seasoned culinarian's as well as eager young cooks to join our team. We offer pay rates based on experience and will train and sharpen your skills on site with American Culinary Federation certified Chefs. We offer ServeSafe and ServeSafe Allergen Certifications to all Culinary Team members. We have openings in all areas of food production including catering, quick service, a la cart, short order, banquet, mass production and much more. If you enjoy hockey, roller coasters, good food and a great team atmosphere apply to join our team today!
Culinary Team Members are responsible for maintaining appropriate levels of all food items at all times, placing orders for food in a timely manner, and creating aesthetically pleasing presentations of all food to include display props. This position is intended for individuals looking to pursue a culinary, pastry arts, or hospitality career.

The pay rate for this position is $10.00 and up depending upon experience.

The Hershey Entertainment Complex is a multi-acre facility that includes the GIANT Center, Hersheypark, Hersheypark Arena, Hersheypark Stadium, and Star Pavilion.
 
JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Culinary Team members may be required to do one or all of the following tasks based on their level above:
• Perform all duties as assigned by Executive Chef and Sous Chefs
• Maintain appropriate levels of all food items
• Place Orders for food in a timely manner
• Create aesthetically pleasing food displays
• Deliver prepared items to assigned areas as needed
• Wash and sanitize all kitchen equipment including, but not limited to: fryers, grill, tilt skillet, steam kettle, broiler, worktables, sinks, dishwasher, pots, pans, dishes and utensils
• Assist the warehouse runner to properly receive and store all food, non-food and cleaning related items, while maintaining a clean and orderly operation
• Maintain safe, clean, and sanitized work areas. Tasks could include removing trash, breaking down boxes, sweeping, and maintaining cleanliness of dish room and pot washing areas.
• Comply with safety and security procedures outlined in the employee handbook
• Adhere to policies of the Hershey Entertainment Complex
• Additional duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older

 Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and demanding environment
• Capability of following direction
• Must have a working knowledge of kitchen equipment and good knife skills
• Must have reliable, steady transportation to and from work
• Basic communication skills and an understanding of English
• Willingness to display a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and professional image to both internal and external customers in compliance with the Hershey Entertainment & Resorts guidelines
• Ability to safeguard confidential information
• Ability to work within line production
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• ServSafe Certification preferred

 Working Conditions:

• Flexible schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must be able to withstand the temperatures of a kitchen/food stand environment
• Position requires standing, bending, walking and lifting for entire shift
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs. independently
• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer